Maintenance
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Wheel Bearings Inspection
Warning
Operation with worn or damaged front
or rear wheel bearings is dangerous
and may cause impaired handling and
instability leading to an accident.
If in doubt, have the motorcycle
inspected by an authorised Triumph
dealer before riding.
To inspect the wheel bearings:
• If the wheel bearings in the front or
rear wheel allow play in the wheel
hub, are noisy, or if the wheel does
not turn smoothly, have your au-
thorised Triumph dealer inspect the
wheel bearings.
• The wheel bearings must be in-
spected at the intervals specified in
the scheduled maintenance chart.
• Position the motorcycle on level
ground, in an upright position.
• Raise the front wheel above the
ground and support the motorcy-
cle.
• Standing at the side of the motor-
cycle, gently rock the top of the
front wheel from side to side.
• If any free play can be detected,
ask your authorised Triumph dealer
to inspect and rectify any faults
before riding.
• Reposition the lifting device and re-
peat the procedure for the rear
wheel.
• Remove the support and place the
motorcycle on the side stand.
Front Suspension
Warning
Riding the motorcycle with defective or
damaged suspension is dangerous and
may lead to loss of control and an
accident.
Warning
Never attempt to dismantle any part of
the suspension units, as all units
contain pressurised oil.
Skin and eye damage can result from
contact with the pressurised oil.
Front Fork Inspection
Examine each fork for any sign of
damage, scratching of the slider
surface, or for oil leaks.
If any damage or leakage is found,
consult an authorised Triumph dealer.
To check that the forks operate
smoothly:
• Position the motorcycle on level
ground.
• While holding the handlebars and
applying the front brake, pump the
forks up and down several times.
• If roughness or excessive stiffness
is detected, consult your author-
ised Triumph dealer.
